Ruthless Revisions

Here we are on day 3 of my application process.  The updated checklist below:

1. Online Application: mostly completed, needs some minor review for completion
2. Application Fee: will be sent at the end, ready
3. Resume: done
4. Statement of Purpose: under revision
5. Writing Sample: draft completed, under revision
6. Letters of Recommendation: 3 parties have been notified and are in process (via online)

I have finished a draft of the Writing Sample, and am in the midst of ruthless revisions. By the time I finish it, it may be a completely different essay. The same can be said for the Statement of Purpose.

But I'm getting close.